Latest Press Releases

CIJA Statement on the Government of Canada’s New Approach to Addressing Hate

Ottawa, ON – February 4, 2026 – Today, the government announced a change in its approach to addressing the surge in hate, with the launch of an advisory council. In...Read More

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February 04, 2026

CIJA Strengthens Alberta Advocacy

Calgary, AB – February 4, 2026 – The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), the advocacy agent of Jewish Federations of Canada–UIA, is pleased to announce that Marley Gillies has joined the organization...Read More

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February 04, 2026

As Parliament Returns, CIJA Urges Prime Minister Carney to Take Action on Resurging Antisemitism and Extremism

Ottawa, ON – January 23, 2026 – Next Tuesday, on the second day that Parliament returns, Prime Minister Mark Carney will have an opportunity to address the nation on International...Read More

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January 23, 2026

Ahead of the Return of Parliament, Jewish Organizations Urge MPs to Strengthen and Pass Bill C-9

Ottawa, ON – January 19, 2026 – With Parliament set to return a week from today, the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism, B’nai Brith...Read More

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January 19, 2026

Statement from CIJA on Hasan Piker’s Upcoming Appearance at UBC

Vancouver, B.C. – January 14, 2026 – On February 12, 2026, controversial U.S.-based political streamer Hasan Piker is scheduled to speak at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, presented...Read More

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January 15, 2026

CIJA Responds to Arrest in Series of Hateful Vandalism Incidents in Winnipeg

Winnipeg, MB – January 9, 2026 – Today, the Winnipeg Police Service announced an arrest in connection with multiple acts of hateful vandalism, including targeting Congregation Shaarey Zedek, The Abu...Read More

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January 09, 2026

CIJA Disappointed by Sentencing in Holocaust Monument Desecration Case

Ottawa, ON – January 7, 2026 – Today, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice handed down the sentence in the case of Iain Aspenlieder who, in July, pleaded guilty to a charge of mischief relating to a war...Read More

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January 07, 2026

Ahead of PS752 Anniversary, CIJA Stands with the People of Iran and Calls for Action Against the Iranian Regime

Ottawa, ON – January 6, 2026 – Ahead of the six-year anniversary of the downing of Flight PS752 and at a time of anti-regime protests across Iran, Noah Shack, CEO, Centre...Read More

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January 06, 2026

Winnipeg Synagogue Vandalized with Antisemitic Graffiti

Winnipeg, MB – January 3, 2026 – Gustavo Zentner, Vice President – Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), issued the following statement after Winnipeg’s Congregation Shaarey...Read More

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January 05, 2026

Community Safety Must Come First on New Year's Eve

Toronto, ON – December 30, 2025 – Ahead of planned protests at Toronto's New Year's Eve celebrations, Josh Landau, Director, Government Relations – Ontario, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, issued...Read More

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December 30, 2025

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